Creamy Piniña Hammanok is a Filipino chicken dish rich and flavorful with pineapple, vegetables and cream. A comfortable food perfect for enjoying hot steamed rice.
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Published: 9/11/25
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When I first learned how to make creamy pininya hammanoks, it quickly became one of my family’s favorite comfort meals. The balance of sweet pineapple, tender chicken and creamy sauce is always a home reminder. This dish never fails to bring warmth to the table.
What is Creamy Pinina Hammanok?
Creamy Pininyahang Manok is a classic Filipino chicken stew stew stew in pineapple juice, finished with creamy milk and cream. The dish emphasizes that it mixes with the sweetness of the pineapple with the flavor of chicken and vegetables. Adding creamers gives you a smooth, rich texture that is different from traditional Piniña Hammanok cooked without dairy products. This creamy version is especially popular with family gatherings due to its comfortable taste and engaging presentation.
Creamy Pinina Hammanok Ingredients
Chicken – Cut into serving pieces. This is the main protein that absorbs the sweet and delicious flavor of the sauce. Canned Pineapple Chunks – Add sweetness and refreshing tropical flavour while serving juice to simmer. Potatoes – diced; Provides the body and heart to the stew. Carrots – Cut into wedges. It brings colour and natural sweetness. Red peppers – slices. Adds vibrancy and mild sweetness. Green peppers – slices. It balances sweetness with fresh flavor. Carnation Everyday Creamer – 200 ml; Create a creamy, rich sauce that makes this version special. Tomatoes – chopped; Add acidity to balance the creaminess. Onion – Thinly sliced. It offers a delicious aroma and a base flavor. Garlic – chopped; enhancing the overall flavor of the dish. Fish sauce and ground black pepper – used as seasonings to achieve the right balance of saltiness and spices. Cooking oil – Used for frying and sauteing vegetables and chicken.
How to make creamy pininya hammanok
Fry the vegetables: Heat the oil in a pan. Fry until the potatoes and carrots begin to brown. Remove and place it aside. Sauteed Aromatics: Reduce the oil to 3 tablespoons. Fry the garlic, onion and tomatoes until soft. Chicken Brown: Add the chicken and cook until light brown. Simmer in pineapple: Pour juice from canned pineapple along with pineapple chunks. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Add water if necessary. Add vegetables: Stir in the peppers, fries and carrots. Simmer for 3 minutes. Make it creamy: Seasonal in fish sauce and ground black pepper. Pour the carnation daily creamer. Stir and simmer for 2 minutes.
Creamy Piniñahan Manok cooking tips
Frying potatoes and carrots does not fall apart when first boiled. Do not skip chicken to brown as it will enhance the flavor of the stew. If the sauce decreases too much while it is simmering, gradually add water. Use carnation daily creamer or nestle products for the best texture and flavor. Adjust the amount of pineapple juice depending on how sweet the sauce is.
The best way to enjoy creamy pininya hammanok
This dish is best served with freshly steamed white rice and enjoyed in the hot weather. Also, pair well with garlic fried rice for leftovers for breakfast. Because of the creamy sauce, it works well even in crusty breads.
What makes this dish stand out
What sets the creamy Piniña Hammanok apart from the classic version is the smooth, velvety sauce. Pineapple alone has a sweet and tangy taste, but when paired with creamer it creates a unique flavor profile, both flavor and creamy. It’s a great dish to prepare when you want something simple, yet still enough for your daily meal.
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Adobong Kangkong – A simple, flavorful vegetable dish made with water spinach cooked in vinegar and soy sauce. It balances the richness of the main dish with bright and rustic flavors. Grilled Tuna Belly – Like a perfectly seasoned, smokey, this grilled seafood adds a flavorful depth and creates a hearty pairing. Healthy Cucumber Salad – This refreshing and crisp salad brings a cool contrast to a heavier diet while purifying the palate.
FAQ
Can I use fresh pineapple instead of canned food?
Yes, you can use fresh pineapple. Extract the juice and adjust the sweetness accordingly.
Can I substitute it for a Carnation Everyday Creamer?
You can use any purpose cream or evaporated milk, but the taste and texture may vary.
Can I make this in advance?
yes. Cook as usual, let it cool and store in the fridge. Reheat before serving.
Is it possible to make it even more painful?
absolutely. While simmering, add a pinch of sliced chili pepper or chili flakes.
Creamy Piniñahammanok is one of those dishes that never fail to impress both family and guests. The sweetness of the pineapple blends with the creaminess of the sauce to create a heartfelt meal that truly embodies Filipino home cooking. Try this recipe in the kitchen and serve it with rice to bring a comfortable taste to the table.
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Creamy Pinina Hammanok
Creamy Piniña Hammanok is a tender chicken made from pineapple and vegetables cooked in a rich, creamy sauce. This cozy Filipino dish is served with rice.
Instructions
Heat the oil in a pan. Fry until the potatoes and carrots begin to brown. Remove and place it aside.
Two medium potatoes, 2 medium carrots
Reduce the oil to 3 tablespoons. Fry the garlic, onion and tomatoes until soft.
2 tablespoons of garlic, One onion, 2 tomatoes
Add the chicken. Cook until light brown.
2 pounds of chicken
Pour pineapple juice and pineapple chunks from canned pineapple. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Add water if necessary.
20 oz pineapple chunks
Add the peppers, fries and carrots. Simmer for 3 minutes.
1 red pepper, Green pepper 1, Two medium potatoes, 2 medium carrots
Season with fish sauce and ground black pepper. Pour the carnation daily creamer. Stir and simmer for 2 minutes.
Fish sauce and ground black pepper, 200ml Carnation Daily Creamer
Transfer to a serving plate. Serve with rice.
Nutritional information
calorie: 1282kcal (64%) carbohydrates: 33g (11%) protein: 46g (92%) fat: 109g (168%) Saturated fat: 26g (130%) Polyunsaturated fat: twenty fourg January Saturated Fat: 54g Trans Fat: 0.4g cholesterol: 227mg (76%) sodium: 199mg (8%) potassium: 922mg (26%) fiber: 4g (16%) sugar: 26g (29%) Vitamin A: 7270iu (145%) Vitamin C: 84mg (102%) calcium: 110mg (11%) iron: 3mg (17%)
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